Name meaning
Lamine Name Meaning - Al-Amin (trustworthy) (Wolof)
- Meaning
- Al-Amin (trustworthy)
- Origin
- Wolof/Mandinka
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- LA-MI-NE
Lamine means "Al-Amin (trustworthy)" (Wolof/Mandinka). Lamine is a boy name from Wolof/Mandinka meaning "Al-Amin (trustworthy)." West African form of Al-Amin, an epithet of Prophet Muhammad.
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Cultural notes
Symbolism & tradition
Archetype
The Seeker — tied to "Al-Amin (trustworthy)" in naming folklore.
Wolof tradition
Across cultures, naming is never merely label — it is **invocation**. Lamine from Wolof/Mandinka tradition invites the bearer to embody "Al-Amin (trustworthy)" as lifelong spiritual orientation.
Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Lamine is a boy name from Wolof/Mandinka meaning "Al-Amin (trustworthy)." West African form of Al-Amin, an epithet of Prophet Muhammad.
Origin and Historical Usage
Lamine appears in Wolof naming records with the sense "Al-Amin (trustworthy)." Usage varies by region and parish or civil registry traditions.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- LA-MI-NE
- Syllables
- 3
Geographic and Cultural Usage
Outside Wolof countries, Lamine is often chosen for diaspora identity or because the meaning "Al-Amin (trustworthy)" fits a naming theme. Pronunciation follows local accent rules.
Popularity
Lamine is not a current top-chart name in most English-speaking registries — a plus for parents avoiding classroom duplicates.
Notable People Named Lamine
No widely recognized public figures found with this name — which can be a strength if you want a distinctive identity.
Variants and Related Names
Spelling variants
- Elamine — alternate form of Lamine
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